Foundation Programmes

What does it feel like to find your purpose? At Aston University, our foundation programmes are designed to help you discover yours. Whether you’ve narrowly missed the required grades or want to change your direction of study, these programmes offer a bold and ambitious path to university-level education.

Eligibility

  • Our foundation programmes are available only to UK students. If you are an international student interested in a foundation programme, please visit OnCampus Aston.

Why choose a foundation programme?

  • Experience Aston: Immerse yourself in the full university experience with access to library, IT, and sport facilities, and benefit from student loan funding.
  • Change your path: If you don't have the required subject mix for your chosen programme, a foundation programme allows you to change specialism without going back to college.
  • Supportive environment: Our excellent academic team and personal tutoring team are here to ensure you have the study skills needed to succeed.

Progression

Upon successful completion of your foundation programme, you will be eligible to move onto the full-time bachelors (BA/BSc/BEng/MEng) equivalent, paving the way for your future success.

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